Job Description

APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE PRINCIPAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE

The Supportive Programs and Initiatives, oversees the unit responsible for the disbursement of Common Benefit Identification Cards (CBIC) to all HRA clients who have available benefits (CA, SNAP, and MA). Common Benefit Identification Cards are the primary vehicle for clients to access Cash Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits which are issued to clients on the CBIC and can be used with participating merchants like a debit card. The CBIC is also used as identification for Medicaid services. EBO, located at 227 Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn, serves as the centralized location for HRA clients citywide who need permanent cards, card replacements, changes, or restrictions to their Personal Identification Number (PIN), and immediate questions answered about how to access benefits with their CBIC.

Under the direction of t...